The Globe of the Vatican Obelisk
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Legend has it that this bronze orb, which sat atop an ancient Egyptian obelisk, once held the ashes of Julius Caesar.

šŸ“œ Ancient bronze orb, once atop the Vatican Obelisk, now housed in the Capitoline Museums.
šŸ” Legend says it held the ashes of Julius Caesar.

Why Go

šŸ›ļø See a piece of Roman history
šŸ“œ Explore a fascinating historical legend
šŸ–¼ļø Part of the Capitoline Museums' collection

Tips

šŸ“ Find it in the medieval room of the Capitoline Museums.

Cost

šŸ’° Standard ticket required for Capitoline Museums.

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